Serving 847 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Verrado Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Verrado Elementary School serves the west part of Litchfield Park, AZ, covering an area of approximately 16.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Verrado Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Verrado Elementary School's student population of 847 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
847 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
At VES we aim to provide a rigorous learning environment, where SuperSTARS feel safe, are kind and are connected as a school family.
School Rankings
Verrado Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Verrado Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#255 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Verrado Elementary School's ranking?
Verrado Elementary School is ranked #255 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Verrado Elementary School often compared to?
Verrado Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Verrado Heritage Elementary School, Scott L Libby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Verrado Elementary School?
847 students attend Verrado Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Verrado Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Verrado Elementary School?
Verrado Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Verrado Elementary School offer ?
Verrado Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Verrado Elementary School part of?
Verrado Elementary School is part of Litchfield Elementary District (4281).
In what neighborhood is Verrado Elementary School located?
Verrado Elementary School is located in the Verrado Main Street District neighborhood of Litchfield Park, AZ.
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